2R - WordPress Code Reference

Define/Explain WordPress Code Reference

The WordPress Code Reference is an online resource for WordPress. It is auto generated and helps developers find more information on WordPress functions, classes, hooks, and more.

Document the WordPress the_date() Function

the_date(): By default, this function will output the date if the current post's date is different from the previous one output.

Document the the_date() Format Parameters

Parameters for the_date() are: $format, $before, $after, $echo.

• $format: PHP date format. Defaults to the 'date_format' option.
• $before: Output before the date.
• $after: Output after the date.
• $echo: Whether to echo the date or return it.

Summary of the Documentation

In summary, the WordPress Code Reference is very reliable and has information on most, if not all the WordPress functions, classes, hooks, and methods. They have a section that shows what is new and updated on the latest WordPress version.